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Lease Accountant

Lease Accountant applying IFRS 16 for a large retail company in Toronto, covering lease entries, reconciliations and close support.

About the role

A large retail company in Toronto is hiring for this role. You will own the accounting for the lease portfolio under IFRS 16, from lease events through to month-end close. You will also analyze lease and occupancy costs and work with partners across the business to resolve issues.

What you'll do

  • Apply IFRS 16 to lease events and prepare the related accounting entries
  • Prepare reconciliations and continuity schedules for the lease portfolio
  • Support the month-end close for lease accounting
  • Analyze lease and occupancy costs and support forecasts
  • Maintain accurate records and controls, and support audits
  • Work with Finance, Real Estate, landlords and other partners to resolve issues

What you bring

  • Working knowledge of IFRS 16 and how it applies to lease events
  • Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations and continuity schedules
  • Comfort analyzing lease and occupancy costs
  • A careful approach to records, controls and audit support
  • Clear communication with finance colleagues, real estate teams and landlords

Details

  • Location: Toronto, Ontario
  • Type: Contract

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